Question

Morgan has a piece of ribbon that is 5 2/3 yards long. She needs 1/2 that length to make some bows.

How much ribbon does Morgan need for the bows?
Express your answer in simplest form.

Answer 1

I would say 5 or 6 inches long.

Answer 2

5 2/3= 17/3
17/3 x 1/2
17/6
2 5/6